Tulipa humilis var. violacea

Also Known As

Tulipa 'Pulchella Violacea'
Tulipa humilis 'Violacea'
Tulipa humilis Violacea Group
Pulchella Violacea Crocus Tulip
Red Crocus Tulip

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 4"-8"
W: 4"-10"

planting zones

4a-8b

Tulipa humilis var. violacea plant details

Tulipa humilis var. violacea is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring magenta, pink and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tulipa humilis var. violacea

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 10 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta, pink and purple blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, edging plant, naturalizing, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tulipa humilis var. violacea

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Species tulip flowers are smaller than those of the big Dutch hybrids and that's part of their charm. This delightful mini has a form that's full, egg-shaped and electrifyingly colored. Tuck some of these into perennial beds to add pops of brilliance that come back year after year after year.

By: Leafari

This midget of a tulip has been esteemed in gardens since 1860, when it was discovered in Kurdistan. Place up front and center where its striking 4-6" purplish rose April blooms with yellow centers can be fully appreciated. Sun, well drained soil, summer dry for good naturalizing.